Employment

POSITION: Maintenance (Grounds)

To complete maintenance/repair work orders and to maintain O.C.E.A.N., Inc. grounds. The Maintenance/Groundskeeper will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Minimum of two (2) years experience in maintenance, environmental services, grounds-keeping or another related field, High School Diploma and/or GED equivalency, valid NJ Driver’s License, ability to lift 75 pounds, bend, push, lift and shovel, ability to complete plumbing, electrical, flooring and painting tasks in a timely and efficient manner, ability to operate power lawn mowers, edger’s, trimmers, axes, leaf blowers, snow blowers, snow plows, salt spreaders, shovels, rakes, pruning and regular saws, electric clippers and other tools and machinery necessary to perform the job, ability to work independently with minimal supervision and the ability to work outside of normal business hours when necessary.

POSITION: HEA Clerk (Galloway & Atlantic City)

STATEMENT OF JOB: The HEA Clerk will be directly responsible to the Home Energy Assistance Director for administering procedures and policies necessary for the effective and proper operation of the Home Energy Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.

Typing proficiency to 45 wpm.

Must have experience with data entry and knowledge of the Internet and MS Access. Minimum one (1) year experience in high volume customer service.

Valid driver license and access to transportation as needed.

Must be able to lift at least 45 pounds.

Required to speak, read, and write English and Spanish (preferred)

Required to deal effectively with public and staff

Required to communicate and work with adults from diverse backgrounds

Required to communicate and work with children and adults from diverse backgrounds

POSITION: Teacher (OCC)

STATEMENT OF JOB: The Teacher is responsible for the over-all educational operation of the Head Start/Ocean Inc. Kids Program. The Teacher will report directly to the center’s Education Supervisor and indirectly to the Site Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BS in Early Childhood Education or related field with required Early Childhood credits. Minimum two (2) years experience in Early Childhood Education in a group setting. Experience in supervising education staff preferred. Valid New Jersey Driver’s License and transportation. Must be able to lift at least 45 pounds.

The Teacher must have a warm, friendly personality, be sensitive to the needs of the children and their families, and be able to relate well with others and be willing to fulfill job responsibilities in accordance with the program philosophy. The Teacher must be able to communicate professionally and openly and is expected to be a role model, demonstrating the values, attitudes, beliefs and choices that make this program surpass expectations.

POSITION: Bookkeeper

Under the direct supervision of CFO this position provides administrative responsibilities for the department. In addition to the data entry and filing, performs duties such as financial record keeping, coordination of meetings, obtaining mailings and correspondence and working on assigned special projects. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize diversifies workload.

3-5 years experience or AS in accounting or related field; Experience with automated accounts payable system; strong computer spreadsheet skills; A valid NJ driver’s license and transportation is required; required to speak, read, and write English; required to deal effectively with public, vendors and staff; required to communicate and work with adults from diverse backgrounds; In accordance with State law (P.L. 2000, c.77) and Head Start regulation ACF-PI-HS-09-05, all staff are required to secure a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check prior to hire; each employee shall submit a doctor’s statement verifying that he/she is physically capable of performing the essential functions of the job and has a negative Mantoux result or a non-active disease; ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and/or weekends. physically fit with an annual health examination and criminal background check per Head Start and Office of Licensing guidelines. Ability to work effectively with minimal daily guidance. Knowledge of community resources. Successful experience working in a team setting. Ability to present positive image of the organization to members of the community.

POSITION: Teacher Assistant at Brick & OCC

STATEMENT OF JOB: The Teacher Assistant will work in conjunction with the classroom Teacher to provide a pleasant and productive learning environment for the Head Start children and their families and to promote the Head Start philosophy. The Teacher Assistant will report directly to the classroom Teacher and indirectly to the Assistant Education Coordinator/Literacy Mentor.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Graduate or G.E.D. Equivalency. Minimum of one (1) year experience working with preschoolers CDA Credential; or be enrolled in a CDA Credential program that will be completed within two (2) years; or have an associate or baccalaureate degree (in any area) or be enrolled in a program leading to such a degree. Must have valid NJ Driver’s License and transportation. Must be able to lift at least 45 pounds.

POSITION: HEA Clerk (Lakewood)

STATEMENT OF JOB: The HEA Clerk will be directly responsible to the Home Energy Assistance Director for administering procedures and policies necessary for the effective and proper operation of the Home Energy Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.

Typing proficiency to 45 wpm.

Must have experience with data entry and knowledge of the Internet and MS Access. Minimum one (1) year experience in high volume customer service.

Valid driver license and access to transportation as needed.

Must be able to lift at least 45 pounds.

Required to speak, read, and write English and Spanish (preferred)

Required to deal effectively with public and staff

Required to communicate and work with adults from diverse backgrounds

Required to communicate and work with children and adults from diverse backgrounds

POSITION: Bus Driver at OCC- Part Time

The Bus Driver/Program Aide will transport the Head Start children, families and/or staff in a safe manner. The Bus Driver/Program Aide will report indirectly to the Site Supervisor, and directly to the Transportation Services Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Experience working with pre-school age children preferred. Valid New Jersey Commercial Drivers License. Type B Class license with passenger and air brake endorsement. S Endorsement. Must have own transportation. Must be able to lift 45 – 50 pounds.

Must have basic mathematical ability and good reasoning skills, able to communicate clearly and concisely both in written and oral form, have no points on driver’s license, and consent to drug testing. Bi-lingual a plus.An O.C.E.A.N., Inc. Bus Driver must be mild natured and a good listener, responsive to the needs of children and their families and must be trustworthy and emotionally stable. An O.C.E.A.N., Inc. Bus Driver must be able to communicate effectively and professionally and must be responsible and reliable. A Bus Driver is expected to be a role model for children and their families, demonstrating the values, attitudes, expectations, beliefs and choices that make this program surpass expectations.

POSITION: Bus Aides OCC & Brick

The Bus Aide will provide assistance to the Bus Driver in ensuring the safety and welfare of the children and/or families while being transported on the bus, and to assist the program when requested. The Bus Aide/Program Aide will report directly to the Transportation Manager and indirectly to the Site Supervisor or Education Service Area.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalency required. Likes children. Experience working with pre-school age children preferred. Valid N.J. Driver’s license and transportation. Must be able to lift 45 – 50 pounds. Must have ability to communicate clearly and consistently both oral and written form and have basic mathematical ability and good reasoning skills.

The Bus Aide must be mild natured and a good listener, responsive to the needs of children and their families and must be trustworthy and emotionally stable. Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally and must be responsible and reliable. A Bus Aide is expected to be a role model for children and families, demonstrating the values, attitudes, expectations, beliefs and choices that make the program surpass expectations.